Sunday Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSUN-day / /ˈsʌndeɪ/English; Latin
Meaning
English: day of the week; Latin: 'dies Solis' (day of the sun)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sunday is derived from the Old English word 'Sunnandæg', which means 'day of the sun'. It is associated with the sun in various cultures and is often linked to rest and worship. In Christianity, Sunday is considered a day of rest and reflection. The name has gained popularity as a given name in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Sunday has seen a rise in popularity as a unique choice for girls in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sunday was first seen in the United States in 1924. Sunday has ranked as high as #1128 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Sunday has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sunday (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 30 | |
| TX | 29 | |
| FL | 20 | |
| CO | 13 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| KY | 10 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| SC | 6 | |
| UT | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 26 |
| 1954 | 31 |
| 1955 | 28 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1959 | 27 |
| 1960 | 48 |
| 1961 | 44 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 38 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1966 | 109 |
| 1967 | 64 |
| 1968 | 52 |
| 1969 | 52 |
| 1970 | 42 |
| 1971 | 59 |
| 1972 | 44 |
| 1973 | 45 |
| 1974 | 57 |
| 1975 | 44 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 45 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 40 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 83 |
| 2021 | 107 |
| 2022 | 123 |
| 2023 | 178 |
| 2024 | 232 |